Get ready to delight your favorite parents-to-be and their guests with a batch of Gender Reveal Cake Pops! These bite-sized treats hide a secret color center (pink or blue!) that’s only revealed when you take a delicious bite. A tender cake crumb mixed with creamy frosting gets nestled under a crisp white chocolate shell, then dressed up with festive sprinkles, making each pop as fun to reveal as the big news itself.
Ingredients You’ll Need
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For the Cake Pops:
- 1 box vanilla or white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
- 1/2 cup pink or blue frosting (depending on gender reveal)
- 1 (12 oz) bag white candy melts
- Pink and blue sprinkles for decoration
- 20–24 lollipop sticks
How to Make Gender Reveal Cake Pops
Step 1: Bake and Cool the Cake
Start by preparing your vanilla or white cake mix according to the package directions—bake it until golden and allow it to cool completely. This step might test your patience (that warm cake aroma is hard to resist!), but cool cake is crucial for the perfect texture when shaping your Gender Reveal Cake Pops.
Step 2: Crumble and Color
Once cooled, crumble the cake into fine crumbs using your hands or a fork. Scoop the colored frosting (pink or blue for your big reveal) into the crumbs and mix until the texture is like soft, moldable dough. If mixing by hand, this part is oddly satisfying—almost like grown-up playdough, with a sweet surprise at the end!
Step 3: Shape and Chill
Roll the cake and frosting mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Insert a lollipop stick into each ball, gently pressing but not all the way through. Pop the tray into your freezer for about 20 to 30 minutes—just enough to firm up the pops without freezing them solid.
Step 4: Dip and Decorate
While your cake pops chill, melt your white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl using 30-second bursts, stirring until completely smooth. Dip each firmed cake pop into the melted coating, let the excess drip off, and immediately shower them with pink and blue sprinkles. This is where the Gender Reveal Cake Pops really start looking party-ready!
Step 5: Set and Serve
Place the freshly dipped cake pops into a styrofoam block or cake pop stand so they stay upright while setting. Let them cool until the chocolate shell is crisp and the sprinkles are locked in place. Now, you’re ready for that “It’s a…!” moment everyone’s been waiting for!
How to Serve Gender Reveal Cake Pops
Garnishes
Garnishing these playful pops is half the fun! Pile on the pink and blue sprinkles, or even add edible glitter for extra flair. If you want to personalize your Gender Reveal Cake Pops further, try ribbons tied around the sticks or edible gold leaf accents for a touch of luxury.
Side Dishes
While cake pops are definitely the star, pair them with light and cheerful treats like mini fruit tarts, vanilla pudding cups, or a sparkling punch. They also sit beautifully on a dessert table surrounded by pastel macarons and sugar cookies—and don’t forget a bowl of extra sprinkles for guests to nibble!
Creative Ways to Present
Think outside the box when displaying these pops! Stand your Gender Reveal Cake Pops in a decorated foam block, arrange them in a festive mason jar, or create a “pop bouquet” in a pastel vase. For a magical effect, nestle the pops in a box filled with tissue paper confetti, ready for a dramatic group reveal.
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
If you’re lucky enough to have any leftovers, store your pops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. This helps keep the cake moist and the candy shell delightfully crisp—just perfect for sneaking an extra treat after the big reveal.
Freezing
To prepare ahead for party day, wrap each cake pop in plastic wrap and then pop them into a freezer-safe bag or container. They freeze beautifully for up to a month—simply thaw in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for an hour before serving.
Reheating
No need to reheat these little delights! If you’ve frozen your Gender Reveal Cake Pops, just let them come to room temperature. The candy coating keeps everything fresh, so they’ll taste just as perfect as when you first made them.
FAQs
Can I make Gender Reveal Cake Pops in advance?
Absolutely! You can bake the cake and roll the pops up to two days ahead. Store the undipped cake balls in the fridge, then dip and decorate them the day of your event for the freshest results.
How do I color the frosting if I don’t have pre-tinted pink or blue?
If you have white frosting handy, simply stir in a few drops of pink or blue gel food coloring until you achieve your desired shade. Gel food colors work best because they’re vibrant without thinning out the frosting.
Can I use a homemade cake instead of boxed mix?
Definitely! Any sturdy vanilla or white cake recipe works beautifully for Gender Reveal Cake Pops. Just make sure it’s cooled completely before crumbling and mixing with frosting.
What type Dessert
Any shape or size can work, but nonpareils and jimmies in pink and blue bring color and fun. For a more elegant finish, choose pearlescent or metallic sprinkles to match your party’s theme.
Will guests be able to tell which color is inside before biting?
Nope—that’s the surprise! The white candy melt shell and colorful outer decorations keep the secret safe until someone bites in and reveals the big news.
Final Thoughts
Gender Reveal Cake Pops truly make every baby shower or reveal extra special, bringing everyone together for an unforgettable moment. Give them a try and watch the excitement when your guests discover the surprise inside—there’s nothing quite like the magic of these sweet pops!
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Gender Reveal Cake Pops Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 20–24 cake pops 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Gender Reveal Cake Pops are a delightful and fun way to celebrate a baby shower or gender reveal party. With a sweet vanilla cake center, colorful frosting, and a white candy coating, these treats are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Perfect for sharing the exciting news with loved ones!
Ingredients
For the Cake Pops:
- 1 box vanilla or white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
- 1/2 cup pink or blue frosting (depending on gender reveal)
- 1 (12 oz) bag white candy melts
- Pink and blue sprinkles for decoration
- 20–24 lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Bake the Cake: Prepare and bake the cake according to package instructions. Let it cool completely.
- Make the Cake Pop Mixture: Crumble the cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl. Mix in the colored frosting until the mixture holds together like dough.
- Form Cake Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined sheet. Insert a lollipop stick into each ball.
- Chill the Cake Pops: Freeze the cake pops for 20–30 minutes until firm but not frozen.
- Coat with Candy Melts: Melt the white candy coating and dip each cake pop, decorating with sprinkles immediately.
- Set and Serve: Place the coated cake pops upright to set before serving.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for tinting frosting.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Great for baby showers and gender reveal parties!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
